Dental Implants in Monterey & Salinas, CA

Pacific Periodontics & Dental Implant Centre in monterey & salinas, ca

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Choosing the right dental implant provider to replace missing teeth is one of the most important decisions you can make for your smile. At Pacific Periodontics & Dental Implant Centre, we’ve helped patients restore their confidence with dental implants for more than 35 years.

Our practice has placed tens of thousands of dental implants and continues to place hundreds of implants every year. Together, Dr. Kevin O’Shea, Dr. Patrick Keeley, and Dr. Huy Pham bring more than 85 years of combined periodontal and implant experience to every case.

Whether you need to replace one missing tooth or restore an entire smile, our team has the knowledge, technology, and experience to help you achieve predictable, long-lasting results.

What Are Dental Implants?

A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, the surgeon first replaces the root with a small dental implant.

Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth.  A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.

Comprehensive Implant Solutions

No two smiles are the same. That’s why we offer multiple implant options designed around your needs.

Single Tooth Implants

Replace one missing tooth while preserving the surrounding healthy teeth.

Implant Bridges

Replace several missing teeth with implant-supported bridges that look, feel, and function like natural teeth.

Implant-Retained Dentures

Enjoy greater comfort and stability than traditional dentures with removable implant-supported dentures.

Full-Arch Dental Implants

Replace an entire upper or lower arch of teeth using strategically placed implants for a secure, long-lasting restoration.

Full Mouth Dental Implants

Restore your smile with comprehensive implant treatment designed to replace all missing teeth.

All-on-4® Dental Implants

For qualified patients, All-on-4® uses four strategically placed implants to support a full arch of replacement teeth while maximizing existing bone.

Advanced Technology for Better Outcomes

Successful implant treatment begins with careful planning.

Our practice utilizes advanced technology including:

• 3D CBCT imaging
• Guided implant surgery
• Digital treatment planning
• LANAP® laser therapy
• Modern bone grafting techniques

These technologies allow us to diagnose accurately, plan precisely, and provide predictable surgical outcomes.

More Than Dental Implants

Dental implants require healthy gums and strong supporting bone. As periodontal specialists, we provide comprehensive care before, during, and after implant placement.

Our services include:

• Gum disease treatment
• LANAP® laser periodontal therapy
• Bone grafting
• Ridge augmentation
• Gum grafting
• Crown lengthening
• Implant retreatment
• Scaling and root planing